Ollantaytambo offers a selection of relaxed venues, providing a comfortable atmosphere for visitors to enjoy drinks after exploring the Inca sites.
Entertainment and Music:
Ollantaytambo, a village primarily known for its historical significance and as a gateway to major Inca sites, offers a modest entertainment scene centered around dining and local cultural experiences rather than a prominent live music nightlife.
Based on recent information, there are no specific, widely noted live music venues or music-oriented bars in Ollantaytambo that the author is aware of at the time of writing. The broader Sacred Valley does feature some music events and venues, but these are not specifically located within Ollantaytambo itself.
1. El Ganso Bar
Type: Bar
This quirky bar provides a relaxed atmosphere, featuring games like Jenga and card games, often with music videos playing on a large screen TV. The owner and bartenders commonly speak English, creating a welcoming space for international visitors. It is a favored spot for both long-term tourists and expatriates.
Getting There: Located just off the main plaza. Turn right from the ATM, and the bar, marked by its purple and yellow sign, will be found about a block in. It is easily accessible on foot from the central area.
2. Chuncho
Type: Restaurant with cocktails
Chuncho offers an upscale country ranch ambiance, specializing in exquisite cocktails crafted with local ingredients, and also provides a selection of craft beers. The establishment includes outdoor seating that faces the main plaza.
Getting There: Situated directly on the Plaza de Armas, this venue is conveniently reachable by foot from any central location in Ollantaytambo.
3. La Cervecería del Valle Sagrado
Type: Brewery and restaurant
This brewery features a variety of seasonal craft beers, frequently made with local fruits. It also serves food in a spacious outdoor seating area, allowing guests to observe the beer production process.
Getting There: The main brewery is located in Pachar village, approximately a 10-minute drive or a 1 hour 15-minute walk east of Ollantaytambo. Visitors can take any Cusco or Urubamba-bound colectivo to reach the brewery.
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